2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | SRX | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
